Technical Officer Microbiological Diagnostic Unit

Position Number:
Location:Parkville
Role type:Fulltime; Fixedtermfor 2 years
Faculty:Faculty of Medicine Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department/School: Department of Microbiology and Immunology
Salary:UoM 4 $76901 $81615 p.a. plus 17 super

• Contribute to public health / Develop specialist microbiology skills / Work in an ISOcertified laboratory
• Apply now to be part of a team safeguarding community health through advanced microbiologicaldiagnostics
• Investing in you benefits package including salary packaging health and wellbeing programs discounted services and professional development opportunities.

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Your next career opportunity
As a Technical Officer at the Microbiological Diagnostic Unit Public Health Laboratory (MDU PHL) youll play a crucial role in microbiological investigations and public health services. Youll have the opportunity to develop specialist skills in detecting and characterising microorganisms relevant to community and hospitalacquired infections. The position will be located at the Melbourne Sexual Health Centre onsite laboratory and will be providing technical support to the routine diagnostic work involving isolation and identification of pathogenic organisms from a range of sexual health samples. Working in an ISOcertified environment youll contribute to timely examinations and assist in various laboratory processes directly impacting public health outcomes.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Perform Laboratory Tasks: Prepare reagents calibrate equipment and maintain laboratory cleanliness according to established protocols.
• Process Microbiological Samples: Conduct tests for detection isolation and identification of sexually transmitted microorganisms using culture biochemical and molecular techniques.
• Ensure Safety and Compliance: Handle organisms safely and adhere to MDU PHL certification guidelines and procedures.
• Manage Data and Reporting: Assist with LIMS entry track analysis status and ensure timely examination and reporting of samples.
• Contribute to Team Efforts: Undertake MDUwide activities and tasks as required by supervisors or directors.

You may be a great fit if:

You are a science graduate with a strong foundation in microbiology or molecular biology possessing excellent attention to detail organisational skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment under periodic pressure.

You may also:

• Have an undergraduate qualification in a relevant field of science or applied science.
• Possess a fundamental understanding of microbiology and/or basic molecular biology.
• Demonstrate experience in or understanding of sterile laboratory techniques.
• Have strong data recording skills in both conventional and electronic formats.
• Exhibit excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Show adaptability to workplace pressures and commitment to analytical precision.
• Display initiative and the ability to work independently when required.
• Understand and commit to the requirements of thirdparty audits and quality standards.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and wellbeing
• Progressive considerate leave provisions to empower your worklife balance
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
• Health and wellbeing services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
• Comprehensive career development and training plus a 25 discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members!

For more information check outour benefitspage!

Your new team Microbiological Diagnostic Unit (MDU PHL)

The Microbiological Diagnostic Unit (MDU PHL) is a public health laboratory for the Department of Health Victoria situated within the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the University of Melbourne. The MDU has been established for over 100 years on External State Government funding.

The MDU PHL is concerned with provision of services for the laboratory diagnosis of diseases of public health importance the application of typing methods use of computerbased data collection systems for epidemiological purposes and provision of expert opinion. In addition the Unit undertakes the microbiological examination of foods and water for compliance with regulatory and voluntary codes and standards. MDU PHL is NATA accredited for Biological testing including Forensic Operations NATA/RCPA accredited for Medical testing and performs selected Veterinary testing.

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a childsafe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued respected and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity ethnicity sexual orientation disability age being a parent or having caring responsibilities.

The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrierfree and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements please feel free to contact Kim Groizardor send an email titled Reasonable Adjustments to . You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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Working at the University what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesnt have a valid Working with Children Check they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you Apply today! Including the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies please go to you have any questions regarding the recruitment process please feel free to contact Nick Petersen via email at ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Advertised: 11 Apr 2025 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: 09 May 2025 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time